{"id":645,"date":"2021-10-18T16:16:30","date_gmt":"2021-10-18T16:16:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/2021\/10\/18\/ielts-indicator-test-overview-key-features-must-know-facts\/"},"modified":"2023-12-14T16:23:18","modified_gmt":"2023-12-14T10:53:18","slug":"ielts-indicator-test-overview-key-features-must-know-facts","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/ielts-indicator-test-overview-key-features-must-know-facts\/","title":{"rendered":"IELTS Indicator Test 2022: Overview, Key Features &#038; Must Know Facts"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IELTS has embraced the new normal in a post-pandemic world with online IELTS tests to help candidates take the test without having to step out of their homes. The exam takes place in real-time, is marked by examiners on a live basis, and takes place only at a designated slot. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read on to learn more about the IELTS indicator checklist, registration, features, preparation &amp; 2021 test format.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Solving True\/False\/Not Given and Matching Headings| Deeksha Mehta | LeapScholar | IELTS 2021\" width=\"1290\" height=\"726\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pIJiiBkDh6I?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>IELTS Indicator<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the COVID-19 pandemic still raging in several parts of the world, the IELTS has launched a new testing method to help minimize contact between candidates and examiners and limit physical interaction. The IELTS Indicator test is not new; the online test was launched in 2018 to make the exam more accessible. However, the pandemic has led to the test gaining popularity.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The IELTS Indicator exam is especially a boon for those who have contracted Covid-19 and cannot make it to the test centre or if the test centre is suspended from conducting the test due to lockdowns.&nbsp;<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it is recommended that the candidates verify with the college that you wish to apply to regarding the <\/span>IELTS Indicator result<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Checklist for IELTS Indicator&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have decided to schedule for <\/span>the IELTS indicator test<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it is essential to be prepared with the right equipment using the following checklist:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Desktop\/Laptop<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A well-lit room<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stable internet connection<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Microphone&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speaker<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Webcam\/Front Camera&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Photo ID and passport&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Relevant installations like Safe Exam Browser (SEB), Zoom supported&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Note that the<\/span> IELTS indicator test <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is not supported via smartphone or tablet.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Features of IELTS Indicator 2022<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wondering what the significant characteristics of the IELTS indicator are? Take a close look at the following table :&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><b>Basis<\/b><\/td><td><b>IELTS indicator feature&nbsp;<\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Applicability<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Only for IELTS Academic and not for IELTS General Training<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Price<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span>IELTS Indicator fee<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is $149 (USD)<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Frequency<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Held online once a week<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Minimum age bar<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimum 18 years (for 16-17 years, with consent from parent\/guardian, Speaking session to be taken with adult supervision)&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>ID and passport<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Verify with ID during registration and validate with your passport during the Speaking Test<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Format&nbsp;<\/b><\/td><td>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Listening &#8211; 4 passages with 10 questions each&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reading &#8211; 3 academic passages with total of 40 questions&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Writing &#8211; 2 tasks&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speaking &#8211; interview, long turn and discussion&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Duration<\/b><\/td><td>\n<ul>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Listening &#8211; 30 minutes&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reading &#8211; 60 minutes&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Writing &#8211; 60 minutes&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n \t<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speaking &#8211; 11-14 minutes&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Breaks<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No pause between sessions, to be taken in one go for 2 hours 45 minutes.&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Score\/ Result&nbsp;<\/b><\/td><td>IELTS Indicator result <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is notified within 3-7 days via email. Marking system is the same as the IELTS Academic test.&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How does the IELTS Indicator work?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The format, content, structure, timing, and scoring system of the <\/span>IELTS indicator test<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are precisely the same as the IELTS Academic Test. However, the exam is proctored using robust software and techniques to prevent cheating and uphold the high standards of the exam.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The only difference is the <\/span>IELTS Indicator test<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which ultimately works online at the comfort of where you are. Let\u2019s understand how the IELTS Indicator work,:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Speaking section is conducted on Zoom, which may be taken before\/after Listening, Reading, and Writing, scheduled on the same\/different day. It evaluates speaking proficiency on a real-time basis.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The other sections (Listening, Reading, and Writing) can be navigated back and forth. However, all the sections are to be taken in one sitting, without a break.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before the <\/span>IELTS indicator exam<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, it is advised to check the internet connection speed for reliability towards an uninterrupted exam experience. A patchy internet connection can result in a loss of test time.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Registration for IELTS Indicator&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To enroll for the <\/span>IELTS indicator exam<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, register and book a slot for the exam on the IELTS Indicator Booking page hosted by <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IDP <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IELTS<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here is a step-by-step guide on booking an IELTS Indicator test:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Log on to the website and ensure that you have everything listed under the \u2018IELTS Indicator checklist.\u2019<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After clicking on \u2018Book Now,&#8217; you will be asked to choose the country to take the test.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose a slot for the exam and click on \u2018Create Account\u2019 if you are a new user. You may log in if you have an existing account.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill in all required details and attach all required documents.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will then be redirected to the payment page.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will receive a booking confirmation after completing the payment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Test Structure and Format of IELTS Indicator<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The test structure of <\/span>the IELTS Indicator exam<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and IELTS Academic exam is the same, yet there are specific differences to be noted as follows :&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><b>Basis&nbsp;<\/b><\/td><td><b>Structure and Format of IELTS Indicator<\/b><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Section navigation&nbsp;<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Navigation enabled between Listening, Reading &amp; Writing sections (within the time limit). Candidates can go back to previous questions<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Flag\/Review Answers<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not available&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Reset answers<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Handy tool for Listening and Reading sections to reset answers for a particular question<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Passage and Questions Display<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For reading and writing sections: Prompts are displayed on the left, questions are displayed on the right&nbsp;<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Timer&nbsp;<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Time left for each section notified on the top of the screen<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><b>Listening audio<\/b><\/td><td><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automatically played and continued throughout its 4 parts, questions to be read and answered simultaneously<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Acceptability of IELTS Indicator&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Universities and colleges abroad accept IELTS Indicator scores, if and only if the candidate couldn&#8217;t make it to the test centre, as a consequence of :&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Testing positive for COVID-19<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Test centre<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> suspension due to Covid-19 lockdowns<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, it is essential to verify with the educational institution you are applying to regarding the IELTS Indicator score.&nbsp;Another vital thing to remember is that the IELTS Indicator test can only be taken by candidates aiming at studying abroad. Those looking to immigrate cannot take the IELTS Indicator test.If you are hard hit by Covid-19 and don\u2019t wish to miss your chance to secure admission to a foreign university, <\/span>the IELTS Indicator test<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the best solution. However, it is still recommended to check if the <\/span>IELTS Indicator result<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is accepted at your dream college\/university.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-c1952a1\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" data-block-id=\"c1952a1\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text stk-block-heading--use-theme-margins\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1668665800688\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">1. <strong>Is the IELTS Indicator test reliable?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Ans: The IELTS Indicator exam\u2019s format, structure, and scoring are the same as the IELTS exam except for taking it from home. Hence, it is dependable, credible, reliable, and fair. It\u2019s essential to verify its acceptability by the desired educational institution you are applying for.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1668665821847\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">2. <strong>Is the IELTS indicator accepted by the universities?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Ans: The IELTS Indicator test is not accepted by all the universities and candidates are advised to check with their prospective university if the IELTS indicator scores are accepted by them.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1668665842093\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">3. <strong>Can I take the IELTS Indicator test?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Ans: Any person hit by the COVID-19 pandemic which has tested positive or lives in a city hit by lockdowns can take the IELTS Indicator test.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1668665867508\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">4. <strong>Is the IELTS Indicator cheaper than the IELTS Academic test?<\/strong><\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Ans: Yes, the IELTS Indicator test costs $149, while the IELTS Academic test costs $215-$250.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">5<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span> IELTS has embraced the new normal in a post-pandemic world with online IELTS tests to help candidates take the test without having to step out of their homes. The exam takes place in real-time, is marked by examiners on a live basis, and takes place only at a designated slot. 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